Head of English Department - August 2024 Start

ADNOC Schools - Sas Al Nakhl Campus; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a Head of the English Department to join their team in Abu Dhabi. This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic department, ensuring curriculum excellence and fostering a collaborative environment for both students and staff. With a focus on professional development and community engagement, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the educational landscape. This is a unique opportunity to work in a forward-thinking institution dedicated to nurturing future leaders through a rigorous academic curriculum and a supportive learning atmosphere.

Benefits

Medical Cover

Flights

Furnished Accommodation

Free Child School Places

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed Teacher with 6 years of teaching experience required.
• Must have a Bachelor in English or related subject with teaching credentials.

Responsibilities

• Ensure curriculum coverage and progression for all students.
• Evaluate teaching quality and implement improvements.
• Chair department meetings and support staff development.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Strategic Thinking

Leadership Skills

IT Competence

Effective Communication

Multi-tasking

Judgment Under Pressure

Education

Bachelor in English

PGCE or other teacher qualification

Job description

Contract Length : 3 years

Number of Vacancies : 1

Student Level :

• Middle School
• High School

Eligible Candidates :

• Licensed Teacher

School Requirements :

• Education Required : Bachelor
• Minimum Teaching Experience : 6 years of teaching experience
• Required Certificates : Teaching Credential / License
• Work Visa Eligibility : United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Australia, New Zealand

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor in English or a bachelor’s degree in a related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification
• 6 years experience, including 4 consecutive years of teaching performance that exceeds standards and expectations as evidenced by Performance Appraisal

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills :

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
• Able to make judgments and work under pressure
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels
• Able to organize tasks and multi-task
• Able to think and plan strategically
• Must possess supervisory and leadership skills
• Must be competent in IT
• Must have integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality

Job Benefits :

Aldar Education offers an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, furnished accommodation, and free child school places. Our future-focused learning model includes students and staff, and we specialize in professional development, coaching, and training. Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities for leadership and training.

Job Description :

Aldar Education is currently seeking a Head of the English Department to join our growing family of owned and operated schools in the UAE. The current vacancy is based in ADNOC School, Sas Al Nakhl in Abu Dhabi, UAE for the August 2024 start.

ADNOC Schools are Massachusetts State Curriculum schools with superb facilities in Abu Dhabi City and the Western Region of Abu Dhabi Emirate.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Responsibilities :

• Ensuring curriculum coverage, continuity, and progression in the subject for all students.
• Ensuring clear guidance for teaching the subject and enhancing key skills through the schemes of work including research and technology-based learning.
• Ensuring that there is a clear departmental assessment policy in line with school guidance and examination requirements.
• Evaluating the teaching of the subject in the school and taking action to improve further the quality of teaching.
• Developing links with other members of the local and extended school community.
• Ensuring implementation of school policies on issues such as equal opportunities, teaching, and learning.
• Promoting effective departmental expectations of behavior in line with whole school policies.
• Chairing department meetings and representing the department on various curriculum groups and school events.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of staff and developing their personal and professional effectiveness.
• Identifying departmental training needs and supporting high-quality professional development.
• Inducting new staff with particular emphasis on the needs of trainees and newly qualified teachers.
• Working with the HOD, Middle / High School coordinators, and the SENCO to ensure appropriate subject-specific targets are set.
• Ensuring senior managers and board members are kept informed of all relevant matters.

Application :

Interested applicants should forward the following :

• 1 side A4, letter of interest
• Most recent resume / CV

Aldar Education and ADNOC Schools are committed to safeguarding children and young people, and any offer of appointment will be subject to relevant medical checks and clearance from appropriate safeguarding authorities.

About the School :

The ADNOC Schools aim to become a premier school in the region, graduating highly competent, socially responsible citizens and future national leaders.

The mission of ADNOC Schools is to prepare Emirati and other students through an academically rigorous curriculum.

About Abu Dhabi :

Abu Dhabi is the capital city of UAE and is the second most populous city. Experienced educators or administrators seeking positions in the UAE can find great opportunities in Abu Dhabi.